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enumerative definition — noun A definition that exhaustively lists all the objects that fall under the defined term. See Also: extensional definition … Wiktionary
Definition — For other uses, see Definition (disambiguation). A definition is a passage that explains the meaning of a term (a word, phrase or other set of symbols), or a type of thing. The term to be defined is the definiendum. A term may have many different … Wikipedia
Ostensive definition — An ostensive definition conveys the meaning of a term by pointing out examples. This type of definition is often used where the term is difficult to define verbally, either because the words will not be understood (as with children and new… … Wikipedia
Extensional definition — An extensional definition of a concept or term formulates its meaning by specifying its extension, that is, every object that falls under the definition of the concept or term in question.For example, an extensional definition of the term nation… … Wikipedia
extensional definition — noun A definition of a term that specifies its extension, that is, every object that falls under the definition. See Also: intensional definition, enumerative definition … Wiktionary
List of Primary Urban Areas in England by population — This is a list of Primary Urban Areas in England ordered by population. It should be noted however that a large number of these areas do not hold official City status in the United Kingdom and these figures do not correspond with List of largest… … Wikipedia
Extension (semantics) — In any of several studies that treat the use of signs, for example in linguistics, logic, mathematics, semantics, and semiotics, the extension of a concept, idea, or sign consists of the things to which it applies, in contrast with its… … Wikipedia
HILBERT (PROBLÈMES DE) — «Qui ne se réjouirait de pouvoir soulever le voile qui cache le futur, de jeter un regard sur le développement des mathématiques, ses progrès ultérieurs, les secrets des découvertes des siècles à venir?...» Prévoir le futur des mathématiques: qui … Encyclopédie Universelle
Mill, John Stuart: Logic and metaphysics — J.S.Mill Logic and metaphysics John Skorupski ENLIGHTENMENT AND ROMANTICISM IN MILL’S PHILOSOPHY Mill’s importance as one of the major figures of nineteenth century politics and culture, and the current interest in him as a moral and political… … History of philosophy
AGRESSION — Instinct fondamental supposé de tout être vivant, l’agressivité se manifeste dans les rapports entre les sociétés organisées que sont les États nations avec bien plus de violence qu’entre individus: sa dimension collective ainsi que son caractère … Encyclopédie Universelle
